1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 28 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |