1990 Lotus Elan vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 15 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lotus Elan | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1900 mm |
