1991 Lotus Elan vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (160 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 288 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 1991 Lotus Elan (143 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1991 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Elan | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lotus | Lada |
| Model | Elan | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 997 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
