1995 Lotus Elan vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Elan | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Elan | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
