1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 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. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 947 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Navara |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |