1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Maverick | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1118 mm |
