1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 245 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
