1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 982 kg more than 1989 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lotus | GMC |
| Model | Esprit | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 98 L |
