1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.
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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Lotus | GMC |
Model | Esprit | Canyon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |