1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 13 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 900 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Elan | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |