1990 Lotus Esprit vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lotus Esprit | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
