1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 7 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 605 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
