1982 Lotus Esprit vs. 1982 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1982 Lotus Esprit and 1982 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 457 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lotus Esprit | 1982 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Esprit | Alto |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2160 mm |