1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, both 1996 Lotus Elan and 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elan | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
