1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Impala | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
