Lotus Elite vs Lotus Elise Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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1982 Lotus Elite 2.2

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2023 Lotus Elise 1.8 240 Sport
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Specs

1982 Lotus Elite
2.2
2023 Lotus Elise
1.8 240 Sport
Powertrain 5-speed Manual 6-speed Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
Fuel economy, city -- --
Fuel economy, motorway -- --
Fuel tank volume -- 151 L
Engine
Fuel type
Petrol
Petrol
Power
119 kW
177 kW
Torque
--
331 N-m @ 7,000 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Engine size
2,174 cc
1,798 cc
Interior
Maximum seating -- 2 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length -- 97.13 m
Width -- 43.66 m
Height -- 28.37 m
Wheelbase -- --

Available Options

1982 Lotus Elite
2.2
2023 Lotus Elise
1.8 240 Sport

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1982 Lotus Elite
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