1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2004 Peugeot 307, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Esprit | 307 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |