1974 Lotus Elite vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 35 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. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite.
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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Elite | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elite | Hilux |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |