2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1925 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1964 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1964 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Elan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
