1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | Esprit | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
