1996 Lotus Elise vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Model F |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2240 mm |