2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Elan. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Freelander | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
