1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1995 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1995 Nissan Gloria is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Elan | 1995 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elan | Gloria |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |