1982 Lotus Esprit vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 813 kg more than 1982 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1982 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lotus Esprit | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Esprit | G |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
