1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 27 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Esprit | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
