1999 Lotus Elise vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 712 kg more than 1999 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
