1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Esprit | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 502 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |