Lotus Elan - Factory Literature Technical Specifications:
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Engine:
1.6 litre, 4-cylinder, 16 valve, DOHC, turbocharged
"Isuzu-Lotus" engine. Sequential multi-port electronic
fuel injection.
Transmission:
5-speed manual.
Chassis/Body:
Steel backbone chassis bolts rigidly to body shell structure and
incorporates rear suspension mounting points. Front underframe
bolts onto front of backbone frame and incorporates front
suspension mounting points. Multi-piece bonded, riveted and
bolted GRP and steel composite structure.
Front Suspension:
"Interactive Wishbone" - interactive by unequal length
wishbones, coil springs and dampers, anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension:
Independant by upper links and lower wishbone, coaxial coil
springs and dampers, anti-roll bar.
Brakes:
Front; 10" diameter ventilated discs Rear; 9.3"
diameter solid discs.
Wheels:
Aluminum alloy 16" X 7" with +60mm offset. US Wheels:
"O.Z. Ruote"
Tires:
205/45-16 Goodyear GS-D.
Performance:
Stock maximum power: 162 bhp (SAE) @ 6600 rpm. Maximum torque:
148 lb ft @ 4200 rpm. Maximum speed: 137 mph. 0-60 mph: 6.7
seconds.
Standard Equipment:
Leather-rimmed steering wheel, alloy wheels, central power door
locking, electric windows, electronically-adjustable and heated
door mirrors, leather upholstery, bronze-tinted glass, remote
fuel-filler door release, AM/FM cassette with power antenna, air
conditioning, laminated windscreen, driver's side supplemental
inflatable restraint system.
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