1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 429 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Sera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
