1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 328 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Esprit | Leone |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |