1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1079 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Titan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
