1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 769 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise 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 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Pontiac | Lotus |
Model | Trans Sport | Elise |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 44 L |