1982 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1982 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1982 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Esprit | 600 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |