The Coupe version of the Esprit model has a 2174 cc (132.6 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Turbo Petrol engine.
This particular Lotus Esprit S2.2 Turbo has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Esprit's 2174 cc (132.6 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 210 bhp (156 kW) @ 6500 rpm.
The Lotus Esprit produces torque measuring 200 lb-ft (271.1 Nm) @ 4500 rpm.
The Esprit weighs around 1219 kg (2687 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 172.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 164.0 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Lotus Esprit S2.2 Turbo - [1980] has a top speed of 152 mph (244.6 kph)
This Esprit accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 5.60 seconds or 0-100kph in 5.8s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.32 seconds with a trap speed of 92.8 mph.
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