1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 283 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
