2007 Chevrolet Evanda vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Evanda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Evanda weights approximately 477 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Evanda | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Evanda | Elan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
