1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 462 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Ulysse | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
