1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 16 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (428 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 915 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
