1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 211 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
