2005 Kia Carens vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Carens | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
