2000 Infiniti I vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 19 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1981 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | I | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 71 L |
