1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
