2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 288 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Nubira | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |
