1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 617 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.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Esprit | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
