1994 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1626 kg more than 1994 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Elan | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Land Rover |
| Model | Elan | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2885 mm |
