1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 21 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Marcia | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
