1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Elite |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2240 mm |
