1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Excel | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |