1990 Lotus Elan vs. 1991 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 336 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Because 1991 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1990 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lotus Elan | 1991 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elan | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |