1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 261 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (271 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| 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 | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
