2007 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 291 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Focus | Elan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
