1999 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 99 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Focus | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
