2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1992 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Express | Elan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2260 mm |
