1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 4 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | 25 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
