2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1966 Lotus Elan

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 40 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 382 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 1966 Lotus Elan
Make Chevrolet Lotus
Model SSR Elan
Year Released 2006 1966
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1557 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 72.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 696 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 45 L


 

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