2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Leone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |