1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 104 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | Renown |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
