2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Elise | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Elise | 190 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
