1968 Lotus Seven vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Seven. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Seven | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3240 mm |
