1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 519 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2011 Kia Sorento, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Esprit | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |