1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Mondial | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |
