1989 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Escort | Elise |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |