1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 303 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Fiesta | Esprit |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |