1992 Lotus Elan vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lotus Elan | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elan | Venture |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |