Tatula 7' ML casting vs. Tatula Elite ML models

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I have an opportunity to get an Daiwa Tatula 7' ML casting rod for like $108 shipped online and it seems to me that the rods have almost identical specs to some of the newer Tatula Elite rods.  How much difference is there between the regular Tatula vs. the Elites in the ML versions (Howell and Feider)?  Aside from the full vs. split grips, the specs for the rods look very similar.  Would the 7' ML work well for smaller cranks, jerkbaits (up to 110s), and smaller spinnerbaits  Thanks for your help!