1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 122 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Vectra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |