2006 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escape | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
