1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Because 1991 Ford Mustang 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 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan, 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, 1990 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | Elan |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |