1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Caprice | Elise |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |