1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 294 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.
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, 2001 Seat Toledo (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elan | Toledo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |