1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Elite |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
