2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Silverado | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2440 mm |
