2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 527 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Caterham | Lotus |
Model | 21 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 31 L |