2002 Dodge Razor vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Razor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 53 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Razor | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
