2002 Lotus Elise vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo, 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Paseo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |