1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 8 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 307 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1140 mm |
