1989 Lotus Elan vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Elan. (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Elan | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elan | 605 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
