2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
