2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 602 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Thesis | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1790 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 31 L |