1974 Lotus Elite vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Elite. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Elite weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Elite | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elite | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
