2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1986 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1986 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-150 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
