2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Rendezvous | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
