1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 219 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1993 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 1993 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Esprit | Compass |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
