2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 873 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ220 | Elan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |
