1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 202 kg more than 1975 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
