2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 15 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan. 2005 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 1990 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1990 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Altis | Elan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
