1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 16 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 82 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 52 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 (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Esprit | TF |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |