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Lotus Esprit S2

General information

ModelLotus Esprit S2
Year1980
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power160.00 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque222 Nm (22.6 kgf-m or 163.7 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke95.3 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1429 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1120 kg (2,469.2 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
Fuel capacity67.0 litres (17.70 gallons)
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