1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
