1994 Lotus Elan vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Lotus Elan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 626 kg more than 1994 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lotus Elan | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Lotus | Buick |
Model | Elan | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |