1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 195 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
