2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
