1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1982 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1982 Lotus Esprit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 397 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1982 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Consorte | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
