2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |