1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 7 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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 (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1981 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1981 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lotus | Acura |
| Model | Esprit | Integra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
