1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Guara | Esprit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |