1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1254 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elan | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |
