1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Tata E220 | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Esprit | E220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |