1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 711 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Esprit | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
