1993 Lotus Elan vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 20 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 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Elan | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elan | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
