1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 955 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Elan | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 430 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
