1989 Lotus Carlton vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 1989 Lotus Carlton and 1989 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Carlton | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Carlton | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
