1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Serena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
