1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 26 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 4,617 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (121 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
