2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
