1958 Lotus Elite vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 44 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 720 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elite | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
