1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 16 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 73 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Esprit | 200 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |