1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 436 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
