1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 92 kg more than 1979 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
