Lotus Elan (1962 – 1973) vs Renault 8 (1964 – 1970): specs compared
Both offer around 106 hp at most. The Lotus Elan is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 9.0 s against 10.9 s. It has the higher top speed: 185 km/h against 174 km/h. It is the lighter car, from 585 kg against 850 kg. At 3,988 mm, the Renault 8 is 300 mm longer than the Lotus Elan. The Lotus Elan dates from 1962 – 1973, the Renault 8 from 1964 – 1970.
| Specification |
Lotus
Elan
1962 – 1973
|
Renault
8
1964 – 1970
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | United Kingdom | France |
| Documented years | 1962 – 1973 | 1964 – 1970 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 102 – 106 hp | 95 – 105 hp |
| Torque | 138 – 146 Nm | 98 – 117 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.0 s | 10.9 – 12.3 s |
| Top speed | 185 km/h | 171 – 174 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | — | 0.0 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,688 mm | 3,988 mm |
| Width | 1,422 mm | 1,486 mm |
| Height | 1,105 mm | 1,308 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,134 mm | 2,273 mm |
| Curb weight | 585 kg | 850 – 853 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.