1971 Lotus Elan vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Elan (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Lotus Elan.
Because 1971 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Elan. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lotus Elan | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Elan | 400 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |