1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Porsche 912
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 236 kg more than 1970 Porsche 912. 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:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Esprit | 912 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
