1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | 88 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 243 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
