1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Esprit | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
