2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1985 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1985 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |
