1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Esprit | G |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
