1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 89 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esprit | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
