1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 32 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 106 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. 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, 2012 Dacia Duster, 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 (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Lotus | Dacia |
| Model | Esprit | Duster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |
