1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan. 2000 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | Elan | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
