1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
