1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elan | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |