1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Lotus | Tatra |
Model | Esprit | T603 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |