1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Interstar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
