1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Avanti | Lotus |
| Model | Avanti | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
