1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1252 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |