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Lotus Elan SE
General information | |
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| Model | Lotus Elan SE |
| Year | 1989 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Front wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, transverse |
| Displacement | 1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 167.30 PS (123 kW or 165 HP) at 6600 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 201.00 Nm (20.5 kgf-m or 148.3 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 80.1 x 79.0 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches) |
| Fuel system | Turbo |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 5-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| 0-50 miles | 5.0 seconds |
| 0-60 miles | 6.5 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1640 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 4510 litres (1,192 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Disks |
| Rear brakes | Disks |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1020 kg (2,248.7 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3810 mm (150.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 1740 mm (68.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1240 mm (48.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2260 mm (89.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 65.0 litres (17.17 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | UK |
