1992 Lotus Elan vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 13 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1992 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lotus Elan. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 1992 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1992 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lotus Elan | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elan | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
