1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Esprit | Croma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
