1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 12 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Esprit | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |