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Lotus Elan +2

General information

ModelLotus Elan +2
Year1969
Rating60.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power119.60 PS (88 kW or 118 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 72.8 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
0-50 miles7.1 seconds
0-60 miles9.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1345 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3340 litres (882 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.6

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight889 kg (1,959.9 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity59.0 litres (15.59 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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