2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 39 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
