2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 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 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 72 L |
