1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 24 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 473 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Esprit | Kuga |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |