2003 Holden Zafira vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 393 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira, 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Zafira | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Zafira | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |