1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 473 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Serena |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
