1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lotus Seven | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Seven | Patrol |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2980 mm |