2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | 100 NX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |