2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 846 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Compass | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |
