1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |