1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 208 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
