1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Minica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
