1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP) has 384 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 544 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
