2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Silverado | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
