1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 24 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 97 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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 (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Lotus | Mini |
Model | Esprit | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |