1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown 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 197 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | Renown |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
