1991 Lotus Elan vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, both 1991 Lotus Elan and 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Elan. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 569 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (143 Nm). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Elan | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Elan | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 997 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
