2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 860 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.
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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | GMC | Lotus |
Model | Envoy | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
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 | 158 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |