2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Sera weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (179 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Sera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
