1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Lotus | Saturn |
| Model | Esprit | Sky |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 49 L |
