1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Etna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Etna | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Etna | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |