1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 15 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), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 154 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Esprit | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |
