1990 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1990 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 1990 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 1990 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1990 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Astra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |