2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Zafira | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
