2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 809 kg more than 1996 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |