2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1963 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Liberty | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
