1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Opel Agila
To start off, 2002 Opel Agila is newer by 21 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 52 kg more than 2002 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Opel Agila, 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 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Esprit | Agila |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 44 L |
