1990 Lotus Elan vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Because 2000 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1990 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1990 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lotus Elan | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Elan | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
