1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 431 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Excel | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Excel | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
