2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Envoy | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |
