1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 22 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 264 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1991 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Lotus | Dodge |
Model | Esprit | DART |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |