1983 Lotus Excel vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 8 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), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 270 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lotus Excel | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Excel | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |