1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 28 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 868 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Esprit | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 142 L |
