1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Noble M10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Noble M10.
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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Noble M10. (220 Nm). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Noble M10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Lotus | Noble |
| Model | Esprit | M10 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1170 mm |
