2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
