1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Toyota | Lotus |
| Model | Sprinter | Exige |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3063 mm |
