1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 187 kg more than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
