1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 92 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Esprit | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |