1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift 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 (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Swift |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
