1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elan | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
