1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager is newer by 6 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 652 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Esprit | Villager |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
