2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Elan. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (143 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Elan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
