1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotus Elan weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
