1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 23 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1987 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1987 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lotus | GMC |
| Model | Esprit | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 98 L |
