2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 697 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 31 L |
