1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 36 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Crown |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
