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Lotus Esprit Turbo

Bodywork

type 2S FHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 95.30 mm × 76.20 mm 3.75 in × 3 in
Cylinders S-4
Displace 2.2 litre 2174 cc (132.666 cu in)
Engine type DOHC
Valves 4 valves per cylinder | 16 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 7.50:1
Fuel system 2 De carbs
Maximum power
0-50 mph 4.30 s
0-60 mph 5.60 s
0-100 mph 15.90 s
0-100 km/h 6.00 s
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 14.40 s
Standing km 26.70 s
Top speed 245 km/h (152 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 172.27 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque
bmep 1566.5 kPa (227.2 psi)
Specific torque 124.66 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings 5
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 1.25
Unitary capacity 543.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Turbo
Compressor type 1 Garrett T3 turbo
Intercooler No
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2438 mm
wheelbase 96 in
Length (milimeters) 4191 mm
Length (inches) 165 in
Width (milimeters) 1852 mm
Width (inches) 72.9 in
Height (milimeters) 1118 mm
Height (inches) 44 in
L:W ratio 1.72
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1219 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 2687 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres)
Fuel capacity (UK Ga)
Fuel capacity (US Gal)

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient 0.350
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Mid
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering rack & pinion
Turns lock-to-lock 3.100
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R Di/Di
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission 5M
Top gear ratio 0.76
Final drive ratio 4.38

General information

RAC rating 22.5
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1980 Lotus Esprit Turbo PDF Manual
Designer Giugiaro
Year 1980

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