1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 31 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Juke |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |