1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 377 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2040 mm |
