1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 23 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 192 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
