1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 13 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
