1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lotus Seven | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Seven | Camry |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |