1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 15 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Stavic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Esprit | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
