2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 21 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | H1 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 31 L |
