1993 Lotus Elan vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 10 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 260 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Elan | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elan | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
