1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Express | Esprit |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |