1958 Lotus Elite vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 46 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 865 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |
