1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Esprit | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
