2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1702 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Express | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
