1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Almera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |