1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair, 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Corsair | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Corsair | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |