1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 23 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 54 more horse power than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 480 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, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic, 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, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Esprit | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |