1990 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
