2001 Ford EX vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 26 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | EX | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
