2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (98 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
