1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Frontera |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |