2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
