1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 704 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Esprit | G |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
