2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 498 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 1990 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Maverick | Elan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
