1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 123 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 Renault 19, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Esprit | 19 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |