1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 23 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 799 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Esprit | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 73 L |
