1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 628 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
