2000 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2000 GMC Jimmy. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 807 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
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 GMC Jimmy (340 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Jimmy | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Jimmy | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
