2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 754 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Extreme | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2253 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
