1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 182 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Model F |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |