2001 Lotus Exige vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotus Exige weights approximately 6 kg more than 1975 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 Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Exige | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
