2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 474 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Phedra | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Phedra | Esprit |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |