2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2007 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | 604 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
