1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Esprit | 6000 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |