1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven. 2002 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1971 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1971 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lotus Seven | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Seven | Soarer |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 430 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |