2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1199 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Astro | Elan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2140 mm |
