2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 610 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |