1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2003 Tata Indica is newer by 23 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Tata Indica, 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2003 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Esprit | Indica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
