1966 Lotus Elan vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 904 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Because 1966 Lotus Elan 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 1966 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Elan | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1557 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
