1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 338 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Esprit | Voyager |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |