2004 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1989 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Aviator | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Aviator | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
