1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, both 1985 Lotus Esprit and 1985 Buick Century were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Century, 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, 1985 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit. 1985 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lotus | Buick |
| Model | Esprit | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2662 mm |
