1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 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 Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Elise |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |