1972 Ford Maverick vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 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, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Maverick | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Maverick | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |