1996 Isuzu Amigo vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1996 Isuzu Amigo and 1996 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Isuzu Amigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Esprit (285 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Isuzu Amigo. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Isuzu Amigo.
Because 1996 Isuzu Amigo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Isuzu Amigo 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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Isuzu Amigo. (195 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Isuzu Amigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Isuzu Amigo | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Amigo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
