1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 602 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
Model | Esprit | Bravada |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |