1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 24 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 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 187 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, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | ASX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
