1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elan | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
