2004 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 979 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | MDX | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 31 L |
