1983 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Lotus Elise

To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Ford Capri 2007 Lotus Elise
Make Ford Lotus
Model Capri Elise
Year Released 1983 2007
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1298 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 6800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 40 L


 

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