1997 Lotus Elise vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotus Elise (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotus Elise | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
