1992 Lotus Elan vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lotus Elan. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1992 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1992 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lotus Elan | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
