1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Armada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
