1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 21 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) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia, 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 (221 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2473 mm |
