1974 Lotus Elite vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. Both 1974 Lotus Elite and 1982 Toyota Camry are equipped with a 1,973 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Because 1974 Lotus Elite 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 1974 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1974 Lotus Elite (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Elite | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
