1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 21 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Esprit | FX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
