1969 Lotus Elan vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1631 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |
