1958 Lotus Elite vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
