1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 513 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Nubira | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
