2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 534 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Vanette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2080 mm |