1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1996 Lotus Elan and 1996 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Elan | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |