1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. 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 1968 Lotus Elan. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Range Rover | Elan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |