1995 Lotus Elan vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 534 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotus Elan | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elan | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3240 mm |