1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 6 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 733 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Elan | Avantime |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |