1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1984 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 305 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan 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 1968 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 305, 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, 1968 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Elan | 1984 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elan | 305 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
