2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Aspen | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |
