1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Commodore |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |