2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Esprit | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |