1963 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1963 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1963 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1963 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lotus Elan | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Elan | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2910 mm |
