2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1862 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Elite |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |
