1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 942 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Esprit | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |