1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 846 kg more than 1988 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Caprice | Esprit |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |