1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 482 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
