1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 19 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 377 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, 2006 Saturn Vue, 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lotus | Saturn |
| Model | Esprit | Vue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
