1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 411 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | 370Z |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |