2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1986 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1986 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Express | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
