1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Elan weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1990 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Naked | Elan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
