1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lotus Elise 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 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Marcia | Elise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
