1992 Lotus Elan vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1992 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1595 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lotus Elan. 2011 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. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lotus Elan | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
