1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 14 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 602 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Ipsum |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |