1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Discovery | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
