1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 407 kg more than 1985 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit. 1977 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Lotus | Holden |
| Model | Esprit | GTS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
