1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Armada |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |