1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 22 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 744 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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 (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Montero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
