1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Guara | Elan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
