1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 94 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
