1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Esprit | Nano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 37 L |
