1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Elan. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (143 Nm). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 997 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
