1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 149 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. 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, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Esprit | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 54 L |
