1993 Lotus Elan vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Elan. (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1140 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Elan | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Elan | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2895 mm |
