1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 608 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Spirit | Elise |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
