2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 32 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lotus Elan weights approximately 394 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | Extreme | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1558 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
