1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 683 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
