1978 Holden GTS vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 167 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | GTS | Esprit |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |