1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger, 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Charger | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
