1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 17 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 360 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, 2005 Peugeot 407, 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 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
