1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1993 Lotus Elan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 770 kg more than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | Mark IV | Elan |
Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2260 mm |