1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1979 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1979 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJR-15 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 217 Nm |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |