1972 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 768 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, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Torino | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 32 L |