1969 Lotus Elan vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 38 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1272 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elan | Navara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
