1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Excel | Outback |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
