2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (510 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 285 HP |
Torque | 544 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |