2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 213 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mondeo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 31 L |
