1990 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 712 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Voyager | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Voyager | Elise |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
