2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Esprit | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
