1973 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac DeVille.
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:
| 1973 Cadillac DeVille | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | DeVille | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
