1999 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
