1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
