1992 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan.
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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lotus Elan | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elan | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
