1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 24 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Esprit | Tamora |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |