1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1999 Lotus Esprit and 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 22 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Esprit | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
