1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 30 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 (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 98 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Cube |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
