1986 Peugeot 604 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 604 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lotus |
| Model | 604 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
