1998 Honda Passport vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 2 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan. 1998 Honda Passport 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. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Passport | Elan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
