2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Elan. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1352 kg more than 1971 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 (353 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Elan. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Express | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| 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 | 195 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
