1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 175 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Esprit | Cayman |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2415 mm |