2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elise | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
