2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 450 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara. 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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Lotus | Marcos |
Model | Esprit | Mantara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1090 mm |