1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 119 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
