1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 568 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Safrane | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Renault | Lotus |
Model | Safrane | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |