1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 24 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 80 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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
Make | Lotus | Mini |
Model | Esprit | Roadster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1391 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2467 mm |