1996 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Esprit (285 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505.
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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 505 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
