1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
