1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| 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 | 158 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
