1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 25 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Jeep Liberty 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. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Esprit | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 74 L |
