1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 936 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
