Lotus Elite 1974–1982
2 generationNo photos yet2.2 MT (162 PS)
General information
Number of doors3
CountryGreat Britain
Steering wheel positionLeft
Car classS
At a glance
Engine2174 cm3 Gasoline
Power160 hp
GearboxManual
Origin
United Kingdom
Specifications
Engine
Max power (kW)119 kW
Engine power160 hp
Engine power162 PS
Maximum torque217 N*m
Capacity2174 cm3
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Turnover of maximum torque5000 RPM
Max power at RPM6500 RPM
Stroke cycle76.2 mm
Engine code912
Engine model912
Compression ratio9.5
Cylinder bore95.3 mm
Injection typecarburetor
Timing beltDOHC
Engine placementFront, longitudinal
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutinline
Boost typenone
Bodywork
Height1210 mm
Clearance140 mm
Front track width1490 mm
Back track width1490 mm
Width1820 mm
Wheelbase2480 mm
Number of seater4
Length4460 mm
Body typeWagon
Gearbox and handling
Number of gear5
Gearbox typeManual
Drive wheelsRear wheel drive
Operating characteristics
Max speed200 km/h
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)7.8 s
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km9.5 l
Suspension and brakes
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesdrum
Front suspensionIndependent, spring
Back suspensionIndependent, spring
Grades & features
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