1997 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 511 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | NSX | Elise |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2941 mm |