1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Blazer | Esprit |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |