1989 Lotus Elan vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Elan | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elan | Venture |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |