1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 5 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 488 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2070 mm |
