1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotus Esprit | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |