2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Express | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |
