1993 Lotus Elan vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Elan. (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 550 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 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Elan. 2000 Seat Salsa 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. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotus Elan | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elan | Salsa |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |