2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus Exige weights approximately 121 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige 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 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Micra, 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Micra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
