1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1996 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 612 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, 1996 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Esprit | Villager |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |