1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 894 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elise | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
