1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 15 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 2002 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1987 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 807 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
