1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | S-10 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
