1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Lotus | Tatra |
| Model | Esprit | T700 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
