1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 26 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Esprit | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2737 mm |
