1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | Esprit | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 573 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
