1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 21 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 816 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Esprit | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
