1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300, 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | NP300 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |