1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 244 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Esprit | Alpine |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |