1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lotus | Kia |
| Model | Esprit | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |
