2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 133 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Esprit | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1260 mm |
