1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Esprit | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
