1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Rally Raid | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |