2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204, 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
