2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Esprit | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
