1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 11 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 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 331 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 (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esprit | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
