1991 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 889 kg more than 2012 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 1991 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lexus LS | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lexus | Lotus |
Model | LS | Elise |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2299 mm |