1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 20 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 41 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |