1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lotus | Panoz |
Model | Esprit | AIV |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |