1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1983 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 733 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Esprit. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
