1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 74 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Esprit | Octavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |