2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 894 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Camaro | Elan |
Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1557 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2140 mm |