1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 22 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 183 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
