1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Esprit | FX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
