1990 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xB weights approximately 198 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1990 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 1990 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion xB, 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | Lotus | Scion |
| Model | Esprit | xB |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2601 mm |
