1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 393 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Camaro | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
