1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Publica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
