2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR V8 S weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elise | V8 S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
