1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 24 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 377 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, 2004 Daewoo Evanda, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. 2004 Daewoo Evanda has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Evanda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
| Model | Esprit | Evanda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
