2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 845 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Ducato | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
