1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 21 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 126 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 111 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Esprit | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |