1990 Lotus Esprit vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lotus Esprit | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Cedric |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |