1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Esprit | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3650 mm |
