1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 149 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
