1980 Lotus Esprit Turbo

Esprit Turbo1980

Lotus

Esprit Turbo 1980
Esprit Turbo 1980 drivetrain
C 538
RARE

Statstics

SPEED

5.3

HANDLING

4.3

ACCELERATION

3.5

LAUNCH

1.5

BRAKING

2.8

OFFROAD

5.6

Engine

2.2L Turbocharged I4 205 bhp (153 kW), 194 lb⋅ft (263 N·m)

Layout

Mid-Engined, Rear-Wheel Drive 5-speed Transmission

Weight

2710 lbs (1229 kg),44%/56%,0.076 hp/lb (0.124 kW/kg)

Description

An already fantastic car takes the leap into supercar territory with the aid of a Garrett T3 turbocharger, get your teacups and biscuits ready for the 1980 Lotus Esprit Turbo. Even though it still carries the Esprit label tag, this version is almost entirely new. From the “Turbo Esprit” decals found on the body to the 2.2 -liter engine, new suspension, and aerodynamic additions done to the body, the Esprit Turbo looks refined, refreshed, and ready to race. A trip down memory lane wouldn’t be complete without revisiting an English masterpiece like the Esprit Turbo.