1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 21 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Excel | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
