1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 8 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1984 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Opel Astra | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Astra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |