1994 Lotus Elan vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1994 Lotus Elan and 1994 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotus Elan weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. 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, 1994 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Elan | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elan | 106 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
