1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
