1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 18 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lotus Esprit (160 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace.
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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1960 mm |
