1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 306 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
