1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 30 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 (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Lotus | Daihatsu |
| Model | Esprit | Terios |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
