1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 33 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 90 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 28 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2435 mm |
