2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lotus | Lotus |
Model | Elise | Esprit |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |