1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 10 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 52 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 72 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, 1995 Xedos 6, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6. 1995 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Xedos |
| Model | Esprit | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
