1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 433 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
