1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 223 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
