2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Carina weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina, 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 785 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |