2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1979 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lotus Esprit (160 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 1979 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1979 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1979 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | Extreme | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2174 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
