1962 Lotus Elan vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 960 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lotus Elan | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elan | 400 R |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 471 Nm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |