1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 229 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Excel. 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Excel | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
