1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 147 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
