1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Esprit | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2852 mm |
