1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 558 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 Kia Opirus, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Opirus. 2010 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Lotus | Kia |
| Model | Esprit | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
