1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1981 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
