1994 Lotus Elan vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Elan | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Elan | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
