2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 962 kg more than 1988 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | SSR | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
