1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elite | Murano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 82 L |
