1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 843 kg more than 1999 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
