2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 289 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | CTS | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
