1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 778 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Lotus | Isuzu |
| Model | Esprit | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3060 mm |
