1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 183 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 95 L |
