1994 Lotus Elan vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 354 kg more than 1994 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Elan | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elan | Magna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
