2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1969 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1969 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Elan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 59 L |
