1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 103 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvair | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvair | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2368 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 31 L |
