1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Esprit |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 349 HP |
Torque | 512 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |