1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Venture | Esprit |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |