2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 19 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 900 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, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Voyager | Elan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
