1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 11 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 76 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | X90 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
