1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 244 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Pod |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
