1982 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 692 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Granada | Elise |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |