1958 Lotus Elite vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 50 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 1080 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elite | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |