1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 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 (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Avensis |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |