1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 411 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Aerostar | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
