1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |