1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Maxima | Evora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2575 mm |
