1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Spirit | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
