1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit 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 (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Juke |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
