Lotus 900 Series - 910

910

Turbocharged engines introduced in 1980 were known as the type 910, which in high compression configuration produced 215 hp (160 kW) and an 220 lb·ft (300 N·m) of torque. For markets with stringent emissions requirements, Lotus introduced Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection - the first fuel-injected Esprits. This Bosch fuel injection was used in 1986, 1987, and 1988 model years. In 1989 The Bosch fuel injection system was superseded by Delco GMP4 electronic fuel injection. Included in this change to Delco engine management is the addition of crank-fired wasted spark ignition that removed the need for a distributor. The engine was again upgraded in 1990 to the type 910s for use in the Esprit SE where it produced 280 horsepower (210 kW) with the addition of a water to air intercooler known as the Chargecooler. In its ultimate incarnation as used in the Sport 300, X180R and S4s the engine was capable of 300 horsepower (220 kW), propelling these cars to 0-60 times in the low 4 seconds.

Applications:

• 1980-1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo
• 1990-1993 Lotus Esprit SE
• 1993 Lotus Esprit Sport 300 and X180R
• 1993-1996 Lotus Esprit S4
• 1995-1996 Lotus Esprit S4s