2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 201 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
