1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 29 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 623 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
