1969 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Seven | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
