1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 203 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Esprit | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |