2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotus Elise weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotus Elise (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
