1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 31 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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, 2012 Renault Logan, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Logan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
