1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 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 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Esprit | Fabia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |