1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1982 Zastava 102
To start off, 1982 Zastava 102 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1982 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Esprit | 102 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2160 mm |
