1990 Lotus Elan vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 846 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lotus Elan | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
Model | Elan | Musso |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |