1962 Lotus Elite vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 38 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1290 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 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3270 mm |
