1992 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
