1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny 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 253 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 510 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
