1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet APV and 1993 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Elan. 1993 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1993 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1993 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet APV | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | APV | Elan |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |