1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 14 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 110 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 194 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander 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, 2002 Mahindra Commander 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Lotus | Mahindra |
| Model | Esprit | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
