1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 46 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1549 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 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elite | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
