1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Esprit 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 41 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 12 kg more than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1989 Rover Montego, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Rover Montego | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Esprit | Montego |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |