1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1994 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1994 Lotus Elan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 1994 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Corsair | Elan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
