1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
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 S-10 (319 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | S-10 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
