1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
