1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Mondial | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 73 L |
