1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 782 kg more than 2002 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Elise |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |