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Lotus Esprit Turbo

General information

ModelLotus Esprit Turbo
Year1980
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement2174 ccm (132.66 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power212.90 PS (157 kW or 210 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque271.00 Nm (27.6 kgf-m or 199.9 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke95.4 x 76.2 mm (3.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.0 seconds
0-50 miles4.3 seconds
0-60 miles5.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1747 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1219 kg (2,687.4 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
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