1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 77 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
