1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 18 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esprit | CC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
