2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Elise | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Combo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
