1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
