1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1993 Lotus Elan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Elan. (164 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1993 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
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1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Urraco | Elan |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |