1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit. 2000 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1981 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1981 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Esprit | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3050 mm |
