2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 20 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 2008 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Liberty | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 31 L |
