1991 Lotus Elan vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 595 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa 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 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Elan | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Previa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
