1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Because 1994 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Murano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
