1989 Lotus Elan vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Windom (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Elan. (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Windom should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Windom weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Windom (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Windom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Elan | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elan | Windom |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |