1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric 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 194 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
