1970 Ford 17 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | 17 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
