1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 333 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
