1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
