1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 22 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 83 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 386 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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Esprit | i40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
