1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Morgan Aeromax
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aeromax is newer by 20 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aeromax is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (329 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aeromax should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (449 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aeromax will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Morgan Aeromax | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Esprit | Aeromax |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
