1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 75 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
