1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 664 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Lotus | Jaguar |
Model | Esprit | XJ |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3157 mm |