1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | Esprit | Volare |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
