2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 997 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Sprinter | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
