1966 Lotus Elan vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 339 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Elan | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Elan | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1557 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2390 mm |
