1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 262 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Esprit | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
