1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 5 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1998 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, 1978 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1978 Renault 5 | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Elise | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |