1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 978 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elite | Murano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 82 L |
