1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 268 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Esprit | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |