1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
