1990 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Escort | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1118 mm |