1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 642 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Toyota | Lotus |
Model | Corolla | Evora |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |