1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 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 (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 66 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Esprit | Fabia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |