1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 273 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Esprit | Compass |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 51 L |
