1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 17 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 674 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
