1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 61 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1993 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 1993 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Nubira | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
Model | Nubira | Esprit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |