1991 Lotus Elan vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (160 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 38 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
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 Lotus Elan (143 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 1991 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Elan | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Lotus | Daihatsu |
| Model | Elan | Materia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 997 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
