1977 Lada 1200 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Lada 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lada 1200 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | 1200 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
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 | 945 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |