1999 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (160 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 548 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Because 1999 Daewoo Chairman 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 1999 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan, 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, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (221 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (143 Nm). This means 1999 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Chairman | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Chairman | Elan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 997 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
