2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 17 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 1990 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1990 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Veracruz | Elan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
