1997 Kia Joice vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 318 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Joice | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Joice | Esprit |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |