1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 15 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 91 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
