1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 2011 Infiniti EX 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. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Esprit | EX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
