1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1963 Lotus Elan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | CJ5 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2140 mm |
