2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 31 L |
