1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 32 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lotus | Kia |
| Model | Esprit | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
