1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L 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 114 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 242 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Esprit | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
