1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 104 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
