2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (216 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 928 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |