1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 456 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream. 2010 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Elan | Stream |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
