1993 Lotus Elan vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1993 Lotus Elan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Elan. (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Elan | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Elan | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
