2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
