1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lotus | Land Rover |
| Model | Esprit | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 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 Weight | 1067 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
