2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Rainier | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
