1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 2010 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Lotus | GMC |
| Model | Esprit | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
