1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 10 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elan | Baja |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
