1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 108 L |
