1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Carina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
