1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (405 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
