1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
