1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 28 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
