1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Esprit | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
