1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Caravelle would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 305 kg more than 1962 Renault Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
