1984 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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 (400 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Capri | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
