1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 211 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre. 1991 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | LeSabre | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
