1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 1998 Lotus Elise and 1998 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 116 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |