1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 901 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Skyline | Elise |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2941 mm |
