1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1993 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1993 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Esprit | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |