2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 671 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lotec | Lotus |
| Model | C 1000 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1160 mm |
