1989 Lotus Elan vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Elan. (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Elan | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elan | Armada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
