2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 67 L |
