1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 126 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esprit | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
