1990 Lotus Esprit vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 347 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lotus Esprit | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Esprit | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
