1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 30 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 455 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
Model | Esprit | i40 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
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 | 1120 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |