2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 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 248 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Rover 400, 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Esprit | 400 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |