1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR V8 S weights approximately 163 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elan | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
