1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alpine | Lotus |
Model | V6 | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |