2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 889 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Sprinter | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 31 L |
