1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Esprit 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lotus | Smart |
| Model | Esprit | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
