2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 200 kg more 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |