1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1983 Talbot 1510 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit 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 (159 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510, 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Lotus | Talbot |
| Model | Esprit | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
