1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Beretta | Elan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |
