1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit 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 235 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Alto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
