1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 is newer by 15 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 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 907 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 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 (221 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 907. (214 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 907.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 907 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
