1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 286 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Zafira, 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Zafira |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |