1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Rally Raid | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
