1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 203 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2002 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Primera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
