1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 360 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1981 | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
