1969 Lotus Elan vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 421 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elan | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
