1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1994 Chevrolet Caprice and 1994 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 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 | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Caprice | Esprit |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |