1997 Ford Royale vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale, 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Royale | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
