1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
