1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 is newer by 16 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 (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 405. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 251 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
