1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Lotus Esprit.

Because 1986 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Lotus Esprit 2000 Skoda Octavia
Make Lotus Skoda
Model Esprit Octavia
Year Released 1986 2000
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2172 cc 1967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.3 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1067 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 55 L


 

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