1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
