1995 Lotus Elan vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 355 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 1998 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Elan | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
