1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 46 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
