1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 513 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Outback |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
