1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 661 kg more than 2007 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Viper | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Viper | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |