2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 826 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Ranger | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
