1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elise | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |