2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1527 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2172 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 31 L |
