2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 507 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Colorado | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
