1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Esprit | 1600 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |