1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC. 1980 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Lotus | Bitter |
| Model | Esprit | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
